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Resident alleges nepotism at Harlingen Water Works; mayor’s family ties raised during public comment
Summary
A Harlingen resident told the commission the mayor’s uncle was hired as a consultant at Harlingen Water Works at $20,000 per month and raised concerns about local hiring rules and reputational damage; no formal action followed during the meeting.
During the public‑comment period of the Harlingen City Commission meeting on July 1, resident Robert Leftwich told the commission he believed nepotism influenced a recent Harlingen Water Works hire and cited city and state rules that he said the appointment violated.
"He's getting paid $20,000 a month at the Harlingen Water Works," Leftwich said, referring to the mayor’s uncle.…
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